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Report: Apple to sell unlocked iPhone 5 tonight

Apple will sell an unlocked version of the iPhone 5 through its online store, possibly as soon as 9 p.m. tonight, according to a 9to5Mac report. The price range is likely to be $649, $749, and $849 for the 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB models, respectively. Apple’s retail stores will also sell the unlocked iPhone 5 soon, as the devices have started to arrive at stores. Also noted in the report is an expansion of the Apple Store Personal Pickup program, as customers will be able to reserve devices at any time.

Updated Nov. 30: Apple is now offering the unlocked iPhone 5 at its online store. It only works on GSM networks, such as AT&T and T-Mobile. The current limit is two per customer, and shipping time is currently one week, same as all iPhone 5s.